Geneva, Switzerland to York, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

623.7 miles 1003.8 km · straight line
748.5 miles estimated 1204.6 km · driving distance
15h 3min estimated drive time
CHF 145 - CHF 178 estimated fuel cost
~1h 45min flight time
332° NNW bearing direction

How far is Geneva, Switzerland from York, United Kingdom?

The distance from Geneva, Switzerland to York, United Kingdom is 623.7 miles (1003.8 km) as the crow flies. York, United Kingdom is located NNW of Geneva, Switzerland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 748.5 miles, taking about 15h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Geneva, Switzerland is in Switzerland, while York, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Geneva, Switzerland and York, United Kingdom. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Geneva, Switzerland to York, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 3min CHF 145 - CHF 178 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 4min $60–$112* Budget
Train ~19h 34min $90–$262* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Geneva, Switzerland & York, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Geneva, Switzerland
46.20°N, 6.14°E
Europe/Zurich
375m elevation
York, United Kingdom
53.96°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
17m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 208 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 39.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients